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Community in Fishtown26th District Honors Cops, Raises Money for Advisory Council at Annual Awards Banquet
On Friday, May 6, the 26th Police District held their 25th Annual Awards Banquet at the new SugarHouse Casino Event Center. This ticketed event raises money to benefit the 26th…
Ptah Gabrie | 05/16/2016 -
Community in HarrowgateMourning, Celebrating, Healing: Amtrak #188 Remembered in Harrowgate
Harrowgate Civic Association and the PFD Family Association bring victims, heroes and and the community together. Many people in the Riverwards remember where they were when Amtrak Train #188 went…
Bob Stewart | 05/13/2016 -
A&E in Northern LibertiesWATCH: Philaderby Brings the Two Most Exciting Minutes in Sports to Northern Liberties
Photos and Video by Bob Burton Welcome to the Philaderby — Philadelphia’s premier Kentucky Derby Experience. The Kentucky Derby was simulcast on the Piazza’s large screen while attendees participated in…
Bob Burton | 05/13/2016 -
Community in SharswoodNow Hiring!: Is the Philadelphia Housing Authority Making Good on Their Promise to Sharswood?
When the Philadelphia Housing Authority (PHA) announced its project to rebuild the Sharswood neighborhood, it promised to create at least 70 jobs for local residents. According to some in the…
Ruthann Alexander | 05/12/2016 -
Features in FishtownMore Bikes and Coffee Beans for Fishtown
Fishtown Bikes - n - Beans opened quietly in October under the El tracks near the Girard stop on Front Street, in an area that’s changing character fast as new…
Jenny Willden | 05/12/2016 -
FeaturesAccu-Reggie—May 12
“Good but not great.” That’s the weather theme this week. Unfortunately, this week will feature flashes of last week - the cloudy, cold and wet malaise we all hated. It…
Accu-Reggie | 05/12/2016 -
Community in Northern LibertiesPatience and Persistence in the Face of Bureaucracy
NLNA Looks At Quality of Life Issues at Recent Meeting As property values in the area rise, the rapid rate of development in Northern Liberties may be having the opposite…
John Henry Scott | 05/12/2016 -
Features in KensingtonFIRST IMPRESSIONS: St. Benjamin Brewing Company Opens New Taproom in South Kensington
Years of urban decay have left parts of South Kensington scattered with abandoned buildings and desolate lots caused by the demolition of entire blocks. If you live here, finding a…
Ptah Gabrie | 05/11/2016 -
A&E in FishtownBattle of the Bee in the Riverwards
At 8PM this Friday, May 13, Johnny Brenda’s is holding an epic battle of wits — an adult spelling bee! The Head & The Hand Press is hosting the Philly…
Whitney Johnson | 05/11/2016 -
Features in FrancisvilleKnow Your History: Stephen Girard and Girard College
Although the name “Girard” is commonly spoken in Philadelphia, the reason behind it is less known. Stephen Girard’s legacy is evident by Girard Avenue that spans almost 8 miles through…
Spencer Homan | 05/11/2016 -
A&E in FishtownClimate Disrupted: Activists Put on Climate Change-Themed Art Show at Transport Cycles in Fishtown
Climate change is a polarizing issue that’s been working it’s way up to the political forefront for at least the past decade. The spotlight was brightened in 2006 when filmmaker…
Ptah Gabrie | 05/11/2016 -
Education in FrancisvilleStudents from Girard College Appear at Global Economic Forum
On Wednesday, April 27, the World Affairs Council of Girard College (2101 S. College Avenue) attended the Global Economic Forum at Temple University’s Fox School of Business. The Global Economic…
Grace Shallow | 05/10/2016